The physical requirements for playing in the goal
are much different than the requirements for field players. The physical
requirements for a goalkeeper are anaerobic fitness, explosive power/vertical
jump, strength, speed, agility, hand-eye coordination, and quick reflexes. To
play at a high level keepers must have most if not all of these attributes.
Williams Sport Training is the only training facility that recognizes where our
athletes need improvement in this area, then implement it into their
program.
At WST we want to develop a goalkeeper, not a body
builder. Goalkeepers need to be strong in ways that suit their position. A
strong goalkeeper is a confident goalkeeper. Single leg exercises are
incorporated into our strength program to increase kicking power, balance, and
prevent injury. Along with upper body and lower body exercises we have our goal
keepers do a lot of grip work so they are better able to hold a harder hit shot.
By strength training the goalkeeper will be more confident communicating,
coming out on 1v1’s and picking balls out of the air.
One of the key
attributes for goalkeepers is explosive power. Especially in the case of the
close range shots, keepers must be able to spring toward the ball from a static
position. To develop explosive power at WST we combine max effort lifting with
plyometrics. For example our goalkeepers will do a 5rep deadlift proceeded by
hurdle hops in the same plane. Another way to develop explosive power is by a
box squat or a floor press. These two exercises have a static movement overcome
by a dynamic component.
If you want to take your goalkeeping to the next level
Williams Sport will take you there! We will increase your overall strength and
performance on the field. With strength training at WST we will increase your
kicking power, explosive power, grip strength, and confidence
